The hidden reason behind why nurse practitioners struggle with getting their charts done on time, and being productive during their clinical day boils down to a famous quote… “Either you run the day, or the day runs you.”   – Jim Rohn Pretty true, isn’t it?  But with...

Becoming a financially independent and debt free nurse is on the mind of most nursing professionals that I know, and for good reason -   Many of us have financial obligations, debt, and money goals… But the thought of sacrificing in-the-moment enjoyment for the sake...

Without fail, at the end of any job interview, you will definitely be asked… “Do you have any questions?”  My advice: Please don't say, “No”   Even if you've had the opportunity to ask your questions throughout the interview, try to save a few for the end so that you...

In case you didn’t know, today, Tuesday, March 8th, 2022 is International Women’s Day. IWD is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women’s equality. ...

Featuring nurse voices in the media is needed now more than ever - especially beyond the clinical industry.  When nurse practitioners and RN’s know how to contribute their stories and unique perspectives to the wider world, it bridges the gap between the unknown and...

The rise of the virtual job interview, largely due to the pandemic, has changed the way we conduct our professional lives and the hiring process. Many top employers who are actively hiring are opting for virtual interviews instead of in-person job interviews.  If...

When an interviewer asks, “What are your weaknesses?”Are you prepared to answer?  This question is tricky because it requires not only self awareness and humility to take an honest look at yourself, but it can also be a vulnerable place to be in when you are...

Why is peer mentoring important? Peer mentorship pairs together like-minded nurses and nurse practitioners who are in a similar season of their life to support one another. If any of the following statements ring true for you, you could be a great candidate for a...

Finding your purpose in life as a nurse is not so much about adding more passion & fulfillment to your life, and more about discovering your true alignment that is already alive within you! If you are wondering how to find a sense of purpose in your life, or are...

If you want to know how you can be a competitive applicant and stand out in interviews and when networking, then having a professional portfolio is an ideal way to: Organize your most important professional career documents Impress your hiring manager / interviewer...

The art of virtual networking is powerful for building your nursing career. Whether you are actively looking for a new job or not, networking is an essential practice for professionals. But if in-person networking events aren’t exactly inspiring to you - here are five...

Neonatal NP’s are advanced practice registered nurses (APRN) that help provide care to high-risk newborn infants who require postnatal care due to low birth weights, heart abnormalities, infections and other complications. It’s not a specialty for the faint of heart,...

Side hustles and how to start a business are among the top three most searched terms in the last several years. Now more than ever, people want to create multiple streams of income so that they can have more autonomy in their careers, pay off their student loans...

Employers are checking your social media platforms like Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and now even Tik Tok!  Don’t believe me? A recent study by the Society For Human Resource Management (SHRM) found that 84% of employers recruit via social media, and 43% of...

On the path to becoming a new nurse practitioner?  Wish that you could be a fly on the wall as a new graduate in transition to see what actually goes on in practice? Today’s episode is all about the student to NP transition and is a recording taken from the NP...

Dermatology is one of the more specialized paths you can take as a nurse practitioner, and many NP’s find dermatology to be a rewarding and exciting specialization to pursue. If you have questions about how to become a Dermatology NP, what to expect or if it’s even...

There are a lot of opinions out there about Direct Entry NP Programs. A lot of nurses take a traditional path… Nursing school → bedside → NP school… Whereas some people (such as myself 🙋🏻‍♀️) take a non-traditional learning path, typically consisting of completing a...

Waiting to hear back after a job interview?  Being stuck in the waiting period after a job interview can be nerve-wracking.  You find yourself spending every free moment checking your inbox, wondering if they “found someone better”, and beating yourself up for how you...

“How can I get my charts done?” is a question you’ve likely asked yourself at some point in your nursing or NP career. Paperwork and charting is a constant challenge for most medical professionals across the board.  And most NP’s and nurses, myself included, are...